Northwestern University
Assistant Director, McCormick School of Engineering (Hybrid work schedule)
Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208
Department:
Alumni Relations & DevelopmentSalary/Grade:
EXS/7
Target hiring range for this position will be between $63,500-$67,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.About Alumni Relations and DevelopmentAlumni Relations and Development appreciates that the collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, and self-expression is crucial for our success. We strongly invite candidates of all backgrounds to apply and to participate fully and authentically in our workplace.We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet 100% of the preferred qualifications.Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Alumni Relations and Development is committed to genuine inclusion. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Elizabeth Frisch at efrisch@northwestern.edu. Consistent with its obligations under the law, Northwestern will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential job responsibilities.Job Summary:The Assistant Director of Operations for the McCormick School of Engineering is responsible for collaborating across departments to enhance the fundraising and development operations needs of the school. This role will report to the Director of Development for McCormick and will work with them to oversee the following programmatic initiatives: annual giving, alumni engagement, stewardship and donor relations, and major gifts. This position involves significant collaboration with colleagues from teams across Alumni Relations and Development (e.g. leadership and annual giving, reunions, donor relations, marketing and communications, alumni engagement, prospect research and management, reporting and analytics, special events). This role also interfaces with colleagues from the McCormick School of Engineering including deans, faculty, staff, program directors, and other University leaders.For full consideration, please submit a cover letter.Specific Responsibilities:Strategic PlanningAdministers & maintains existing strategic plans.Recommends changes & improvements to operational services strategies to better meet client needs & objectives.AdministrationInnovate and improve team business processes by collaborating with internal partners to understand needs and goals.Liaise with the Dean's Office to help efficiently coordinate the Dean's visits with alumni and donors.Provides oversight and support to staff within the department.Annual GivingEnhance McCormick's leadership giving program to strategically develop the prospect pipeline for future major gift donors.Draft and develop annual appeal and solicitation communications in partnership with Annual Giving team and Engineering departments to drive giving participation.Opportunity to contribute as a frontline leadership annual giving (LAG) fundraiser and visit and solicit LAG donors.Alumni EngagementPartner with the Northwestern Alumni Association team and McCormick partners to scale meaningful engagement opportunities for McCormick alumni.Coordinate with prospect research team to identify potential board members and volunteers aligned with McCormick needs and Northwestern Alumni Association goals.Ensure that McCormick events and engagement opportunities are well-communicated to appropriate audiences to drive participation rates.Identify and track strategic McCormick faculty and programs to feature in alumni engagement opportunities and events.StewardshipLiaise with Donor Relations team and McCormick staff contacts for annual expendable and endowed stewardship reports.Develop stewardship communications in line with school priorities for annual fund and leadership giving society, including acknowledgement letter templates and cards.Oversee and manage annual stewardship processes for key McCormick giving programs (Murphy Society and Undergraduate Research Awards).Major Gifts Program SupportDevelop effective communications materials (talking points, sample proposals, case-for-support documents) for priority major gift opportunities.Liaise with gift officers and prospect research and management team to identify strong major gift prospects to McCormick.Support gift officer work to qualify, cultivate, and solicit top donors and prospects.MiscellaneousCompletes other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.4 years operations, administration, development or the equivalent experience is required.Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)Intermediate knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software programs.Strong written and oral communication skills.Organizational and multi-tasking skills.Experience in a professional setting working on multiple projects at the same time.Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)Experience in fundraising operations.Experience in higher education setting.Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
commitment to an inclusive workplace; demonstrates effective strategies to engage diverse audiences; strong understanding of complex and nuanced issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Strategic and Critical Thinking:
prioritizes planning, goal-setting, and long-term vision. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.Organized and Dependable:
organization, time management, and clear communication with stakeholders.Curious and Adaptable:
interest in growing and learning; ability to remain flexible and contribute where needed.Collaborative and Effective Communicator:
ability to work well with other colleagues across a complex department and organization; experienced at strategically aligning efforts across teams and units; exemplary communication skills.Driven and Goal-Oriented:
proactive; demonstrates the qualities of a self-starter who is driven by success. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, follow through, and take responsibility for outcomes.
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Alumni Relations & DevelopmentSalary/Grade:
EXS/7
Target hiring range for this position will be between $63,500-$67,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.About Alumni Relations and DevelopmentAlumni Relations and Development appreciates that the collective sum of our individual differences, experiences, knowledge, and self-expression is crucial for our success. We strongly invite candidates of all backgrounds to apply and to participate fully and authentically in our workplace.We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet 100% of the preferred qualifications.Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Alumni Relations and Development is committed to genuine inclusion. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Elizabeth Frisch at efrisch@northwestern.edu. Consistent with its obligations under the law, Northwestern will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential job responsibilities.Job Summary:The Assistant Director of Operations for the McCormick School of Engineering is responsible for collaborating across departments to enhance the fundraising and development operations needs of the school. This role will report to the Director of Development for McCormick and will work with them to oversee the following programmatic initiatives: annual giving, alumni engagement, stewardship and donor relations, and major gifts. This position involves significant collaboration with colleagues from teams across Alumni Relations and Development (e.g. leadership and annual giving, reunions, donor relations, marketing and communications, alumni engagement, prospect research and management, reporting and analytics, special events). This role also interfaces with colleagues from the McCormick School of Engineering including deans, faculty, staff, program directors, and other University leaders.For full consideration, please submit a cover letter.Specific Responsibilities:Strategic PlanningAdministers & maintains existing strategic plans.Recommends changes & improvements to operational services strategies to better meet client needs & objectives.AdministrationInnovate and improve team business processes by collaborating with internal partners to understand needs and goals.Liaise with the Dean's Office to help efficiently coordinate the Dean's visits with alumni and donors.Provides oversight and support to staff within the department.Annual GivingEnhance McCormick's leadership giving program to strategically develop the prospect pipeline for future major gift donors.Draft and develop annual appeal and solicitation communications in partnership with Annual Giving team and Engineering departments to drive giving participation.Opportunity to contribute as a frontline leadership annual giving (LAG) fundraiser and visit and solicit LAG donors.Alumni EngagementPartner with the Northwestern Alumni Association team and McCormick partners to scale meaningful engagement opportunities for McCormick alumni.Coordinate with prospect research team to identify potential board members and volunteers aligned with McCormick needs and Northwestern Alumni Association goals.Ensure that McCormick events and engagement opportunities are well-communicated to appropriate audiences to drive participation rates.Identify and track strategic McCormick faculty and programs to feature in alumni engagement opportunities and events.StewardshipLiaise with Donor Relations team and McCormick staff contacts for annual expendable and endowed stewardship reports.Develop stewardship communications in line with school priorities for annual fund and leadership giving society, including acknowledgement letter templates and cards.Oversee and manage annual stewardship processes for key McCormick giving programs (Murphy Society and Undergraduate Research Awards).Major Gifts Program SupportDevelop effective communications materials (talking points, sample proposals, case-for-support documents) for priority major gift opportunities.Liaise with gift officers and prospect research and management team to identify strong major gift prospects to McCormick.Support gift officer work to qualify, cultivate, and solicit top donors and prospects.MiscellaneousCompletes other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.4 years operations, administration, development or the equivalent experience is required.Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)Intermediate knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software programs.Strong written and oral communication skills.Organizational and multi-tasking skills.Experience in a professional setting working on multiple projects at the same time.Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)Experience in fundraising operations.Experience in higher education setting.Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
commitment to an inclusive workplace; demonstrates effective strategies to engage diverse audiences; strong understanding of complex and nuanced issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Strategic and Critical Thinking:
prioritizes planning, goal-setting, and long-term vision. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.Organized and Dependable:
organization, time management, and clear communication with stakeholders.Curious and Adaptable:
interest in growing and learning; ability to remain flexible and contribute where needed.Collaborative and Effective Communicator:
ability to work well with other colleagues across a complex department and organization; experienced at strategically aligning efforts across teams and units; exemplary communication skills.Driven and Goal-Oriented:
proactive; demonstrates the qualities of a self-starter who is driven by success. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, follow through, and take responsibility for outcomes.
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